in point of

phrase

: with regard to : in the matter of
in point of law
in point of fact

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But in point of fact, the Revolution can, in many different ways, give you calm and courage to go forward. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 2 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in point of was in 1605

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“In point of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20point%20of. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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